News from the Safety Industry

OSHA Finds Chicken Processing Plant Again Exposed Workers to Safety Hazards

Published: Monday February 12th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The investigation into Case Farms Processing Inc. fell under OSHA’s Severe Violator Enforcement Program.

DOL Finds Roofing Company Violated Child Labor Laws Following Teen Worker’s Death

Published: Friday February 9th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Apex Roofing & Restoration LLC faces $117,175 in fines after the 15-year-old’s fatal fall.

Washington L&I Updates Fall Protection Standards to Align with Federal Regulations

Published: Friday February 9th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The rule changes will bring the department more in line with federal OSHA standards.

Training Employees to Handle Extreme Cold

Published: Thursday February 8th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Preparing employees for extremely cold conditions is essential for their health, safety, productivity and morale, requiring companies to invest in comprehensive training to mitigate health hazards.

NSC, NIOSH Renew Partnership to Enhance Workplace Safety

Published: Thursday February 8th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The collaboration aims to push occupational safety and health strategies forward.

MSHA Completes Second Pattern of Violations Screening for 2023

Published: Wednesday February 7th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This marks the first time in which multiple POV screenings were conducted in a single calendar year.

Alabama Construction Company Cited After Heat Hazards Claim Worker’s Life

Published: Wednesday February 7th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
SJ&L General Contractor LLC now faces $16,131 in proposed OSHA penalties for the violation.

New Survey Reveals Strategic Handwashing Among Americans

Published: Tuesday February 6th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Fifty-four percent of respondents increase handwashing activity when they’re sick.

DuPont Introduces Tyvek Sustainable Healthcare Packaging Awards

Published: Tuesday February 6th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The deadline to submit applications is June 28, 2024.

VPPPA and Roco Rescue Partner to Boost Workplace Safety Offerings

Published: Monday February 5th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The partnership is the first in VPPPA’s Strategic Partner Program.

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